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Following the passing of Yayoi Kusama, this special rebroadcast revisits the pioneering artist's extraordinary life and creative vision, celebrating her enduring legacy.

Walk the 3,000m ridge and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Mt. Fuji. Along Japan's highest ridgeline, hike with warm locals who keep your adventure safe and comfortable.

Suivez des combats de sumo, un sport japonais vieux de plus de 1500 ans, et inspiré de la tradition religieuse shintoïste.

Rising director Kameyama Yohei takes the spotlight. His debut, Milky Subway, raced from TV to the big screen in one year. He unpacks its rapid-fire dialogue, and we air the film's first half uncut.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Entrances.

Great Japanese music this week: NOA, an up-and-coming singer, dancer, and actor who trained in South Korea before debuting in Japan; and DEZOLVE, a young fusion band with dazzling virtuoso chops.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-2.

Japan is a hot spot for discovering dinosaur fossils. An excavation in Hokkaido sparked a nationwide enthusiasm for dinosaurs, leading to entertainment such as dinosaur robots and mechanical suits.

We meet cats whose owner grows plants used to make cloth in a traditional way. Another cat, Lock, lives at a temple. He takes part in sutra reading and is practically the chief priest's assistant!

Journey through Aichi's changing seasons with stunning footage filmed over a year, featuring cormorant fishing, all-night festivals, free-diving harvests, and the people preserving local traditions.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: helping out a struggling coworker. Aung Zin Phyo, from Myanmar, works for a firm that makes 3D CG images. In a roleplay challenge, he must help a coworker who's struggling with their workload.

Bonsai artist Suzuki Yoshio revives withered bonsai, Japan's living art form, into something that can be admired forever, true to his motto: the love for each tree must never wither.

Following the passing of Yayoi Kusama, this special rebroadcast revisits the pioneering artist's extraordinary life and creative vision, celebrating her enduring legacy.

Walk the 3,000m ridge and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Mt. Fuji. Along Japan's highest ridgeline, hike with warm locals who keep your adventure safe and comfortable.

Rising director Kameyama Yohei takes the spotlight. His debut, Milky Subway, raced from TV to the big screen in one year. He unpacks its rapid-fire dialogue, and we air the film's first half uncut.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Entrances.

Great Japanese music this week: NOA, an up-and-coming singer, dancer, and actor who trained in South Korea before debuting in Japan; and DEZOLVE, a young fusion band with dazzling virtuoso chops.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-2.

Japan is a hot spot for discovering dinosaur fossils. An excavation in Hokkaido sparked a nationwide enthusiasm for dinosaurs, leading to entertainment such as dinosaur robots and mechanical suits.

We meet cats whose owner grows plants used to make cloth in a traditional way. Another cat, Lock, lives at a temple. He takes part in sutra reading and is practically the chief priest's assistant!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Journey through Aichi's changing seasons with stunning footage filmed over a year, featuring cormorant fishing, all-night festivals, free-diving harvests, and the people preserving local traditions.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: helping out a struggling coworker. Aung Zin Phyo, from Myanmar, works for a firm that makes 3D CG images. In a roleplay challenge, he must help a coworker who's struggling with their workload.

Bonsai artist Suzuki Yoshio revives withered bonsai, Japan's living art form, into something that can be admired forever, true to his motto: the love for each tree must never wither.

Following the passing of Yayoi Kusama, this special rebroadcast revisits the pioneering artist's extraordinary life and creative vision, celebrating her enduring legacy.

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

Walk the 3,000m ridge and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Mt. Fuji. Along Japan's highest ridgeline, hike with warm locals who keep your adventure safe and comfortable.

Rising director Kameyama Yohei takes the spotlight. His debut, Milky Subway, raced from TV to the big screen in one year. He unpacks its rapid-fire dialogue, and we air the film's first half uncut.

Design is fun! Design feels good! Cutting-edge images and music guide children to enjoy exploring the ideas and tweaks in the designs all around us. An episode on Entrances.

Great Japanese music this week: NOA, an up-and-coming singer, dancer, and actor who trained in South Korea before debuting in Japan; and DEZOLVE, a young fusion band with dazzling virtuoso chops.

Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 2-2.

Japan is a hot spot for discovering dinosaur fossils. An excavation in Hokkaido sparked a nationwide enthusiasm for dinosaurs, leading to entertainment such as dinosaur robots and mechanical suits.

We meet cats whose owner grows plants used to make cloth in a traditional way. Another cat, Lock, lives at a temple. He takes part in sutra reading and is practically the chief priest's assistant!

Journey through Aichi's changing seasons with stunning footage filmed over a year, featuring cormorant fishing, all-night festivals, free-diving harvests, and the people preserving local traditions.

Discover the unique, traditional method of roof thatching that uses Hinoki cypress bark.

Today: helping out a struggling coworker. Aung Zin Phyo, from Myanmar, works for a firm that makes 3D CG images. In a roleplay challenge, he must help a coworker who's struggling with their workload.

Bonsai artist Suzuki Yoshio revives withered bonsai, Japan's living art form, into something that can be admired forever, true to his motto: the love for each tree must never wither.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Rafael Kinoshita teaches music to children with roots overseas, creating a space where they can have fun, build confidence and connect with others.

The US-Iran conflict led to what the IEA called the worst-ever energy crisis, and more power demand was predicted with the summer heat. How do the crisis and a surge in coal use affect climate change?

Ehime / Nagazumi Takashi (musician) Nagazumi visits a town with a great number of trowel reliefs, and observes that the things that truly last are the ones that carry the creator's intention.

Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants. Their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease. Watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode focuses on "fumu," meaning "to step." Explore the unique culture behind them.

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Faced with eviction by a redevelopment project, the inhabitants of a Bangkok slum get help from Thai-born Prateep and her Japanese husband Tatsuya who've made supporting the residents their lifework.

"Design x Stories," a regular NHK WORLD-JAPAN show, will be shown in Japanese from October 2, on NHK E. We introduce the program, plus others popular in Japan, like "Ramen Japan" and "Japan Delish.".

Nishio strives to be the city where traditional taiko drums resound the most profoundly in all Japan. Since 2009, a thousand drummers have gathered to play as one -all beginning with a single drummer.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

Twice a year, Hagiwara shopping street hosts a rare chindon festival. Costumed performers come from across Japan to compete and parade through town, joined by folk dancers from other regions.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make shinoda rolls with taro stalks, a simple fall dish suitable for festive occasions.

Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants. Their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease. Watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple fall treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat. Just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode focuses on "fumu," meaning "to step." Explore the unique culture behind them.

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Faced with eviction by a redevelopment project, the inhabitants of a Bangkok slum get help from Thai-born Prateep and her Japanese husband Tatsuya who've made supporting the residents their lifework.

"Design x Stories," a regular NHK WORLD-JAPAN show, will be shown in Japanese from October 2, on NHK E. We introduce the program, plus others popular in Japan, like "Ramen Japan" and "Japan Delish.".

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

Nishio strives to be the city where traditional taiko drums resound the most profoundly in all Japan. Since 2009, a thousand drummers have gathered to play as one -all beginning with a single drummer.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Twice a year, Hagiwara shopping street hosts a rare chindon festival. Costumed performers come from across Japan to compete and parade through town, joined by folk dancers from other regions.

Elisabeth Llopis explores Nishio (Aichi), a historic town that is one of Japan's largest producers of matcha.

Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants. Their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease. Watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

Participants of the Hyoge Festival clown around in fun, silly costumes. It originated as a sly way of thanking a local hero, who built reservoirs but was exiled in the 17th century.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make shinoda rolls with taro stalks, a simple fall dish suitable for festive occasions.

Taniguchi Hirokazu won high praise for his work as choreographer and dance instructor on the 2025 film "Kokuho," which depicts the life of a Kabuki actor. How does he create dances that captivate?

Faced with eviction by a redevelopment project, the inhabitants of a Bangkok slum get help from Thai-born Prateep and her Japanese husband Tatsuya who've made supporting the residents their lifework.

"Design x Stories," a regular NHK WORLD-JAPAN show, will be shown in Japanese from October 2, on NHK E. We introduce the program, plus others popular in Japan, like "Ramen Japan" and "Japan Delish.".

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple fall treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat. Just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

Nagoya is a major urban center situated between Tokyo and Osaka. We marvel at the city's ultra-wide roads and grid-like layout and learn how its laid-back charm was shaped over the centuries.

Nishio strives to be the city where traditional taiko drums resound the most profoundly in all Japan. Since 2009, a thousand drummers have gathered to play as one -all beginning with a single drummer.

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Twice a year, Hagiwara shopping street hosts a rare chindon festival. Costumed performers come from across Japan to compete and parade through town, joined by folk dancers from other regions.

Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-related muscle loss or osteoporosis. We introduce ways to improve ASD through exercise therapy and explore AI-based efforts for early detection.

The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

Reiji, Tsuyoshi, and Suchiko visit a factory making enamelware. Join us and discover the exacting techniques used to make this winsomely charming material, and why it's making a popular comeback.

Oyakuen, a garden in Aizu, teems with medicinal trees and plants. Their cultivation began with a domain lord's wish to save his people from disease. Watch the garden's beauty unfold in time-lapse.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make shinoda rolls with taro stalks, a simple fall dish suitable for festive occasions.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple fall treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat. Just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode focuses on "fumu," meaning "to step." Explore the unique culture behind them.

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Faced with eviction by a redevelopment project, the inhabitants of a Bangkok slum get help from Thai-born Prateep and her Japanese husband Tatsuya who've made supporting the residents their lifework.

"Design x Stories," a regular NHK WORLD-JAPAN show, will be shown in Japanese from October 2, on NHK E. We introduce the program, plus others popular in Japan, like "Ramen Japan" and "Japan Delish.".

Nishio strives to be the city where traditional taiko drums resound the most profoundly in all Japan. Since 2009, a thousand drummers have gathered to play as one -all beginning with a single drummer.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Taniguchi Hirokazu won high praise for his work as choreographer and dance instructor on the 2025 film "Kokuho," which depicts the life of a Kabuki actor. How does he create dances that captivate?

Tokyo's oldest izakaya, with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

A powerful earthquake has left many communities in Kumamoto Prefecture struggling to rebuild. We follow a family over the course of a month as it tries to stick together amid various challenges.

Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural center. Large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

Twice a year, Hagiwara shopping street hosts a rare chindon festival. Costumed performers come from across Japan to compete and parade through town, joined by folk dancers from other regions.

Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-related muscle loss or osteoporosis. We introduce ways to improve ASD through exercise therapy and explore AI-based efforts for early detection.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode features ukiyo-e artist Sharaku's "The Actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin.".

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.

The US-Iran conflict led to what the IEA called the worst-ever energy crisis, and more power demand was predicted with the summer heat. How do the crisis and a surge in coal use affect climate change?

Participants of the Hyoge Festival clown around in fun, silly costumes. It originated as a sly way of thanking a local hero, who built reservoirs but was exiled in the 17th century.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make shinoda rolls with taro stalks, a simple fall dish suitable for festive occasions.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode focuses on "fumu," meaning "to step." Explore the unique culture behind them.

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Faced with eviction by a redevelopment project, the inhabitants of a Bangkok slum get help from Thai-born Prateep and her Japanese husband Tatsuya who've made supporting the residents their lifework.

"Design x Stories," a regular NHK WORLD-JAPAN show, will be shown in Japanese from October 2, on NHK E. We introduce the program, plus others popular in Japan, like "Ramen Japan" and "Japan Delish.".

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Sawara Taisai looks back 300 years to a time when the town of Sawara was a vibrant cultural center. Large, elaborately decorated floats are paraded through the streets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make a simple fall treat that's both beautiful to look at and tasty to eat. Just boil edible chrysanthemums and serve with sweet vinegar.

Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya, the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century. He traces the city's history through its architecture.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Wasabi isn't just for sushi! Add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes. Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make sesame-covered taro dumplings. Simply mash up boiled taro, add cheese, sprinkle with sesame, and deep fry for some tasty autumn goodness.

Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture. Once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days, we went inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make shiba-zuke pickles. Cucumbers, myoga, and a little bit of ume vinegar make the perfect side dish to go with newly harvested rice.

Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-related muscle loss or osteoporosis. We introduce ways to improve ASD through exercise therapy and explore AI-based efforts for early detection.

Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century. A group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren, and keep the story alive.

Journey through the air on virtual excursions form Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan. This time it's New Ishigaki Airport; islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000ft.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.".

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes. Wrap rice around cedar sticks and grill over charcoal. Spread homemade miso and enjoy the savory taste of autumn.

Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya, the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century. He traces the city's history through its architecture.

Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes.

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet in the air.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Wasabi isn't just for sushi! Add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes. Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make sesame-covered taro dumplings. Simply mash up boiled taro, add cheese, sprinkle with sesame, and deep fry for some tasty autumn goodness.

Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture. Once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days, we went inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano is set up on a shopping street where passersby stop to play from the heart.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Experience the fascinating sights of the airports and transport hubs which connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

Adult spinal deformity (ASD) can develop due to age-related muscle loss or osteoporosis. We introduce ways to improve ASD through exercise therapy and explore AI-based efforts for early detection.

The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

Journey through the air on virtual excursions form Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan. This time it's New Ishigaki Airport; islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000ft.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make shiba-zuke pickles. Cucumbers, myoga, and a little bit of ume vinegar make the perfect side dish to go with newly harvested rice.

Concrete Cultivation: From engineered soil to hydroponics, this episode explores innovative farming techniques set to ensure sustainable harvests in the most hostile and unexpected environments.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.".

Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium, which has the world's largest number of jellyfish species on display. He talks about his work and passion for jellyfish.

The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature, history and culture. This episode focuses on "fumu," meaning "to step." Explore the unique culture behind them.

#39 I lost my wallet. / To explain that you did something you didn't intend to, use the "te" form of a verb, and add "shite shimaimashita." So, "otosu" (to drop) becomes "otoshite shimaimashita.".

Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century. A group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren, and keep the story alive.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes. Wrap rice around cedar sticks and grill over charcoal. Spread homemade miso and enjoy the savory taste of autumn.

Wasabi isn't just for sushi! Add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes. Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

During Shizuoka's annual Daidogei World Cup, a piano is set up on a shopping street where passersby stop to play from the heart.

Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture. Once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days, we went inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make sesame-covered taro dumplings. Simply mash up boiled taro, add cheese, sprinkle with sesame, and deep fry for some tasty autumn goodness.

Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya, the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century. He traces the city's history through its architecture.

Experience the fascinating sights of the airports and transport hubs which connect Japan with the world. Time-lapse photography will show you how these places bustle with activity around the clock.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make shiba-zuke pickles. Cucumbers, myoga, and a little bit of ume vinegar make the perfect side dish to go with newly harvested rice.

Wasabi isn't just for sushi! Add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes. Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes.

Fly over northern Japan in autumn on a plane! Hop onboard a flight from Tokyo to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido, and see the beautiful mountains in full autumnal foliage from 40,000 feet in the air.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.".

Okuizumi Kazuya heads Yamagata Prefecture's Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium, which has the world's largest number of jellyfish species on display. He talks about his work and passion for jellyfish.

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?

In Japan, Buddhist temple land has become the target of profiteers. Many temples in financial difficulty are being sold off, leading to cases where graves and entrusted remains are going missing.

Tokyo's Akihabara is a hub of maid cafe culture. Once catering mainly to male customers, these cafes now also attract women and families. For three days, we went inside to explore one cafe's appeal.

The Iwaya Kannon is unveiled just once every 17 years. For a thousand years it has watched over the town and offerings are still brought each day. Watch the lead-up, culminating in the auspicious day!

Journey through the air on virtual excursions form Tokyo Haneda to regional airports all over Japan. This time it's New Ishigaki Airport; islands in an emerald sea from over 40,000ft.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes. Wrap rice around cedar sticks and grill over charcoal. Spread homemade miso and enjoy the savory taste of autumn.

Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Architect James Lambiasi trains his eye on Nagoya, the old castle town that flourished as a modern industrial hub from the 19th century. He traces the city's history through its architecture.

Gataine Odori is a dance that depicts exhausting land reclamation work carried out in Omuta in the 19th century. A group of elderly women teach the dance to schoolchildren, and keep the story alive.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make sesame-covered taro dumplings. Simply mash up boiled taro, add cheese, sprinkle with sesame, and deep fry for some tasty autumn goodness.

Wasabi isn't just for sushi! Add its spicy kick and fresh aroma to everyday dishes. Chef Rika introduces two recipes: salad with wasabi dressing, and pasta with wasabi butter soy sauce.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Kagura is a form of votive music and dance that started over a thousand years ago. Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture has a hall dedicated to year-round kagura performances, and 22 kagura troupes.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make shiba-zuke pickles. Cucumbers, myoga, and a little bit of ume vinegar make the perfect side dish to go with newly harvested rice.

Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

This miniseries presents the masterpieces of Tsutaju, a brilliant ukiyo-e producer of the Edo period. This episode takes a close look at artist Utamaro's iconic "Woman with a Glass Noisemaker.".

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to make gohei-mochi rice cakes. Wrap rice around cedar sticks and grill over charcoal. Spread homemade miso and enjoy the savory taste of autumn.

Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health.

The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make vinegared oyster mushrooms. Add celery and sweet persimmons to fresh oyster mushrooms. Add homemade iri-zake and squeezed kabosu.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than a century. Each year five districts build their own floats by hand and on the festival day in July, they parade through town in fishy splendor!

Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape.

Luna, a girl who is uncomfortable with doctor's office, comes to understand the value of medicine via the thrilling explanations of a mysterious doctor. This episode is about doctor's office.

In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to prepare karin quince jam. Make sure to use the entire fruit, including seeds, for the tastiest jam.

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops.

In Sendai, Tohoku's largest city, a piano sits along a tree-lined avenue for a jazz festival, where passersby stop to play from the hear.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of an extended stay at a hot spring to restore body and mind. Find out how hot springs may benefit our health.

The world's first robot fire brigade has been developed in Japan. See how these incredible robots equipped with AI can tackle large-scale fires in areas that are inaccessible to humans.

The US-Iran conflict led to what the IEA called the worst-ever energy crisis, and more power demand was predicted with the summer heat. How do the crisis and a surge in coal use affect climate change?

With their warm light and bright, colorful designs, Aizu's hand-painted candles are "flowers that never fade," bringing comfort through long winters. Experience the glow in time-lapse.

Luna, a girl who is uncomfortable with doctor's office, comes to understand the value of medicine via the thrilling explanations of a mysterious doctor. This episode is about medicine.

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Tokyo's oldest izakaya, with its traditional fare and lucky cats, surviving war and pandemic, has been a place to feel at ease for over 100 years.

Caught in an evening shower, Edo townspeople scramble across a bridge in search of shelter. On the river beyond, a lone figure steers his boat, unfazed by the rain. What is his destination?

Taimatsu Akashi honors those who died defending the castle in Sukagawa in 1589. Local people form teams to make huge torches that are set alight in a hilltop park to commemorate the fallen warriors.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make vinegared oyster mushrooms. Add celery and sweet persimmons to fresh oyster mushrooms. Add homemade iri-zake and squeezed kabosu.

In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than a century. Each year five districts build their own floats by hand and on the festival day in July, they parade through town in fishy splendor!

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops.

The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beauty of the surrounding mountains.

Luna, a girl who is uncomfortable with doctor's office, comes to understand the value of medicine via the thrilling explanations of a mysterious doctor. This episode is about doctor's office.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to prepare karin quince jam. Make sure to use the entire fruit, including seeds, for the tastiest jam.

Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape.

In Sendai, Tohoku's largest city, a piano sits along a tree-lined avenue for a jazz festival, where passersby stop to play from the hear.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

The world comes alive in a different way after sunset, with bright city lights or the glow of a 24-hour industrial complex. See how the scenery changes through the night with time-lapse photography.

In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than a century. Each year five districts build their own floats by hand and on the festival day in July, they parade through town in fishy splendor!

Matsufuji Yasushi has been promoting the Fukuoka Method of waste disposal in developing countries dealing with population growth and urbanization. He talks about the low-cost, eco-friendly approach.

Nori tsukudani, a popular topping in rice-loving Japan. Made with local nori from Tokyo Bay, it's a taste and tradition preserved for over 100 years.

On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

Concrete Cultivation: From engineered soil to hydroponics, this episode explores innovative farming techniques set to ensure sustainable harvests in the most hostile and unexpected environments.

Much of the stonework supporting Japan's terraced fields is in danger of collapse. There's an urgent need to train new dry stone waller to carry out repairs. Kaneko Reo runs workshops.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

Luna, a girl who is uncomfortable with doctor's office, comes to understand the value of medicine via the thrilling explanations of a mysterious doctor. This episode is about medicine.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple show us how to make vinegared oyster mushrooms. Add celery and sweet persimmons to fresh oyster mushrooms. Add homemade iri-zake and squeezed kabosu.

Home to blueberry farms and open gardens, Kodaira is a suburban getaway that offers a taste of rural living. We learn about the efforts of early settlers to bring life to what was a barren landscape.

Taimatsu Akashi honors those who died defending the castle in Sukagawa in 1589. Local people form teams to make huge torches that are set alight in a hilltop park to commemorate the fallen warriors.

Luna, a girl who is uncomfortable with doctor's office, comes to understand the value of medicine via the thrilling explanations of a mysterious doctor. This episode is about doctor's office.

In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris. She talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.

Discover the stories behind renowned Japanese products alongside our reporter. This time: concrete testing equipment.

Join our explorers as they pursue the cinematic beauty of Japan. Kyle Card hikes the newly designated long trail around majestic Mt. Fuji and discovers its secrets.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Participants of the Hyoge Festival clown around in fun, silly costumes. It originated as a sly way of thanking a local hero, who built reservoirs but was exiled in the 17th century.

The nuns of Otowasan Kannonji Temple teach us how to prepare karin quince jam. Make sure to use the entire fruit, including seeds, for the tastiest jam.

From the rapid growth of the recovery wear market to "forbidden foods" loaded with guilty-pleasure goodness, why are some products booming in Japan in spite of the inflation? Join us to find out!

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

In Uda, discover Japan's oldest private medicinal herb garden, where the natural landscape from 300 years ago is preserved in a botanical time capsule, a sanctuary of the local culture and history.

Toyohama's Sea Bream Festival goes back more than a century. Each year five districts build their own floats by hand and on the festival day in July, they parade through town in fishy splendor!

Japanese stationery is famous for its quality, design, and functionality. We look at many unique items, including products for research labs, left-handed users, and even writing in virtual space.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

From the rapid growth of the recovery wear market to "forbidden foods" loaded with guilty-pleasure goodness, why are some products booming in Japan in spite of the inflation? Join us to find out!

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Japanese stationery is famous for its quality, design, and functionality. We look at many unique items, including products for research labs, left-handed users, and even writing in virtual space.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

From the rapid growth of the recovery wear market to "forbidden foods" loaded with guilty-pleasure goodness, why are some products booming in Japan in spite of the inflation? Join us to find out!

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

Fujitsuka Shosei, a Living National Treasure in bamboo craft, has earned acclaim for his aesthetic innovations and signature color transformation technique. He talks about his journey so far.

Using traditional wooden barrels, a soy sauce brewer developed its own original flavor, breathing new life into the world of Japanese soy sauce.

On those hot, humid summer nights, nothing can get in the way of sleep like mosquitoes on the hunt. We learn about the tools the Edo townspeople had at their disposal to fight the pesky insects.

Japanese stationery is famous for its quality, design, and functionality. We look at many unique items, including products for research labs, left-handed users, and even writing in virtual space.

From the rapid growth of the recovery wear market to "forbidden foods" loaded with guilty-pleasure goodness, why are some products booming in Japan in spite of the inflation? Join us to find out!

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).

Fujitsuka Shosei, a Living National Treasure in bamboo craft, has earned acclaim for his aesthetic innovations and signature color transformation technique. He talks about his journey so far.

Edo Kiriko cut glass techniques, passed from artisan to artisan for over 100 years. More women who now pursue the craft create popular new designs.

We visit the Yoshiwara district, Edo's most prominent pleasure quarters. Among the lavish spenders, courtesans and apprentices, small humanoid creatures scurry about - what could they be up to?

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Japanese stationery is famous for its quality, design, and functionality. We look at many unique items, including products for research labs, left-handed users, and even writing in virtual space.

From the rapid growth of the recovery wear market to "forbidden foods" loaded with guilty-pleasure goodness, why are some products booming in Japan in spite of the inflation? Join us to find out!

Featuring distinguished programs ranging from entertainment shows to documentaries.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a sumo highlights program for fans around the globe. Today the show features all top-division bouts from ( ), Day ( ) of the Grand Sumo Tournament in ( ).